New research from Lancaster University presents an "innovative approach" to investigating the heat conductivity of novel two-dimensional materials. The work paves the way for creating efficient waste heat scavengers that ...
Nanophysics
Jul 18, 2023
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Modern monoculture farming, commercial forestry and even well-intentioned gardeners could be making it harder for honeybees to store food and fight off diseases, a new study suggests.
Ecology
Apr 17, 2018
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Contrary to popular belief, seasonal rains are not the most important factor for starting the growth cycle of plants across Africa.
Environment
Oct 25, 2019
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The Government needs a plan for the arrival of 3D printing, to ensure that the UK can reap the full economic benefits of this revolutionary technology and to address risks such as illegal gun production.
Engineering
Oct 17, 2012
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Children need protection when using programmable Internet computing devices—and Lancaster University scientists have drawn up new guidelines to help designers build in safeguards.
Internet
Jun 21, 2019
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Studying April Fools hoax news stories could offer clues to spotting 'fake news' articles, new research reveals.
Social Sciences
Mar 29, 2019
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Small patches of land given over to wildlife-friendly planting can make a big difference to pollinator conservation, a new study suggests.
Ecology
Nov 28, 2022
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The consequence of austerity in the social security system—severe cuts to benefits and the 'ratcheting up' of conditions attached to benefits—is 'social murder', according to new research by Lancaster University.
Social Sciences
Dec 19, 2018
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Imagine technology that is good enough to wear and safe enough to eat!
Engineering
Mar 19, 2015
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(Phys.org) —Scientists have made the first ever observations of how a rare type of lava continues moving almost a year after a volcanic eruption.
Earth Sciences
Nov 8, 2013
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